
Best Of Messina Shore Excursion: Godfather, Taormina And Isolabella Beach Tour
Traveler rating
4.4/5
Based on 12 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Best Of Messina Shore Excursion: Godfather, Taormina And Isolabella Beach Tour worth booking?
Best Of Messina Shore Excursion: Godfather, Taormina And Isolabella Beach Tour is a 7-hour experience in Taormina, Italy, from $166 per person. It scores 64 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.4/5 rating across 12 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 64 / 100
- Rating
- 4.4/5 (12)
- Duration
- 7 hours
- From
- $166 per person
If you only have few hrs in town, that's the best tour for you. Sicily has stunning beachs, amazing archaeological sites, beautiful historical town and plenty of sites used as location of famous movies. With this tour you'll comfortble enjoy eny signe minute, without rush or following large groups of people looking at an umbrella hold by a guide. We customize our services using Mercedes Vans (max 10 persons), by van we can easily drive any restricted road, limited zone and narrow streats, ususlly not accesible by large coaches.
What you get
About this experience
If you only have few hrs in town, that's the best tour for you. Sicily has stunning beachs, amazing archaeological sites, beautiful historical town and plenty of sites used as location of famous movies. With this tour you'll comfortble enjoy eny signe minute, without rush or following large groups of people looking at an umbrella hold by a guide. We customize our services using Mercedes Vans (max 10 persons), by van we can easily drive any restricted road, limited zone and narrow streats, ususlly not accesible by large coaches.
What's included
Included
- Bottled water
- In-vehicle air conditioning
What you'll see and do
Savoca
Approx 1/1.5 hrs visit of Savoca, used as location for the movie The Godfather
90 minutes here
Taormina
2 hrs free time to visit the amazing town of Taormina: the pedestrian path called Corso Umberto, the greek theatre, the stunning public garden, the Unesco heritage Isolabella marine reserve, the nice shops and excelent cafè. We provide a very detailed guide/map
120 minutes here
Museo Naturalistico Regionale di Isolabella e Villa Caronia
1 hr to enjoy the most beautiful Marine Portected reserve of Sicily, with its fantastic beach and sea
60 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, en, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 11 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- MESSINA CRUISE TOUR
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 12 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Organization
2 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Pace and timing
2 mentionsSeveral reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
Small groups
2 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Traveler reviews
12 verified traveler reviews for Best Of Messina Shore Excursion: Godfather, Taormina And Isolabella Beach Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Horrible nonexistent
Never went I was canceled the morning of I will never use this service again and make sure to tell everyone not to use Viator again I talked to a representative and was supposed to get a call back money back and did not horrible customer service very disappointing
Response from the operator: Dear Guest, this tour has a minimum number of participants required and if this number is not reached, the tour will be cancelled and the customer will be refunded, as was the case in your case. This information is clearly visible at the time of booking. The refund was immediate. It would be appropriate to read what you are purchasing, before getting caught up in an unjustified anger and writing false and defamatory reviews
via Viator
Wonderful day taster of Sicily
Great day spent with Simone. He was waiting for us on our arrival into dock and took us to all the places listed. Highly recommend to see Savoca as it is an authentic Italy village experience. Taormina was beautiful. Thanks again
via Viator
Great tour and guide!!
Thank you to Simone! Great private tour and overall fantastic experience. Simone was waiting dor us at the terminal exit and drove us in a black mercedes van. Started in Savoca with a Godfather tour, amazing! Then off to Tauramino. Asked if we could stop at a Pharmacy to pick up a few things, no problem. He explained every detail imaginable and attended to all our needs.
via Viator
Don't book.
This tour was not as described. Yes we went to see the town where the Godfather was filmed etc . this was the best part of the tour. However we spent too much time there and did not have enough time for the remaining sites. We had under 2 hours in Taromina to visit the shops, have lunch and visit the Greek theater. This is extremely unrealistic, no time for the Greek theater as the lines were long. The Isolabella Beach Tour was no beach tour! We had a 10 minute stop from a viewing platform to look at the beach, extremely disappointing. They also promised cold water, pop, air conditioning and wifi. We had air conditioning and warm water bottles, that's it. We were a group of 8 people and were very disappointed with the experience.
Response from the operator: your review is unrealistic. You came by cruise ship and this is the best you can do during the limited time you have. If you want to swim at the Isolabella, spend half day in Taormina to visit all the sites, do shopping, have lunch.... you need more than 1 day and this is a realistic timing. The vehicle was a Mercedes Van with an excellent AC, as any row has AC. 42 celsius that week and the water became warmer after few time. The water was available for all the passengers and the wifi was available, simply asking the driver/escort the password. There are people who love to complain about everything, but fortunately they are a small minority; the majority indeed appreciated and enjoyed this tour, as can easily be seen from all the other comments. Grazie and ciao
via Viator
Godfather tour of Sicily
Our tour guide Luca was very knowledgable and a lovely man. We would highly recommend his company for future tours of Sicily.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 7 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 4
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Who runs this experience
Operated by MESSINA CRUISE TOUR, who run 7 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 55.5.
See everything MESSINA CRUISE TOUR runsWhy this scores 64
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Best Of Messina Shore Excursion: Godfather, Taormina And Isolabella Beach Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Taormina.
How much does Best Of Messina Shore Excursion: Godfather, Taormina And Isolabella Beach Tour cost?
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Prices start at $166 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Taormina usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Best Of Messina Shore Excursion: Godfather, Taormina And Isolabella Beach Tour take?
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Plan for about 7 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Taormina is not rushed.
Is Best Of Messina Shore Excursion: Godfather, Taormina And Isolabella Beach Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 64 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.4/5 across 12 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Taormina, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Best Of Messina Shore Excursion: Godfather, Taormina And Isolabella Beach Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Best Of Messina Shore Excursion: Godfather, Taormina And Isolabella Beach Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 7-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Best Of Messina Shore Excursion: Godfather, Taormina And Isolabella Beach Tour?
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Around 4 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Taormina can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Taormina and add a light layer if any part of the 7-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Best Of Messina Shore Excursion: Godfather, Taormina And Isolabella Beach Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Taormina within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Taormina?
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On Outty we rank every Taormina experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include COOKING CLASS in Taormina at Chef Massimo HOUSE!!, Sea View Sicilian Cooking Class & Taormina Market with Chef Mimmo, Mount Etna Half-Day Small Group Tour from Taormina. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Taormina?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Taormina?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Best Of Messina Shore Excursion: Godfather, Taormina And Isolabella Beach Tour?
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Included: Bottled water; and In-vehicle air conditioning. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Best Of Messina Shore Excursion: Godfather, Taormina And Isolabella Beach Tour include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 4 listed pickup locations in and around Taormina.
What languages is Best Of Messina Shore Excursion: Godfather, Taormina And Isolabella Beach Tour offered in?
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It is offered in German, English, French and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Best Of Messina Shore Excursion: Godfather, Taormina And Isolabella Beach Tour?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Best Of Messina Shore Excursion: Godfather, Taormina And Isolabella Beach Tour wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap; and Specialized infant seats are available. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Best Of Messina Shore Excursion: Godfather, Taormina And Isolabella Beach Tour if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Taormina. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Best Of Messina Shore Excursion: Godfather, Taormina And Isolabella Beach Tour?
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Across 12 reviews averaging 4.4 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, organization. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works. One thing to know: Several reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
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